We here at KIWI don’t usually cheer for sugar-laden sodas, but we’re giving two thumbs up to the latest eco-conscious effort by Coca-Cola.

Studies have shown that, if left unchecked, hydrofluorocarbons will be responsible for between 28%-45% of carbon emissions by 2050—so we’re thrilled to hear that the bottled-beverage giant has announced plans to make it’s vending machines free of the compound by 2015. Within six years’ time, the company will distribute new, greener vending machines that’ll reduce a drink dispenser’s carbon footprint by a whopping (ready for this?) NINETY-NINE PERCENT!

Coca-Cola hopes that this step will inspire other beverage companies to take HFC emissions seriously and take action to make their carbon footprints smaller, too.

-Brittany Golde, KIWI marketing manager